Dream Ready Assessment
Dream Ready Assessment
Instructions: Reflect honestly on each scenario, selecting the response (A, B, C, D, or E) that best matches your typical behavior or attitude. Have someone close to you complete this about you as well. Identify differences and growth areas clearly.
Handling Dreams and Ambitions (response to personal dreams or ambitions)
When I have a dream or ambition:
A) I immediately share it impulsively, without considering consequences.
B) I pursue it assertively, sometimes neglecting others’ feelings.
C) I pursue it respectfully, maintaining awareness of those around me.
D) I pursue thoughtfully, balancing ambition with patience.
E) I prayerfully reflect, patiently allowing God to guide timing and approach.
Responding to Jealousy or Criticism (handling jealousy and criticism from others)
When others criticize or show jealousy toward me:
A) I become defensive or respond harshly.
B) I often ignore them or withdraw.
C) I respond respectfully but feel hurt internally.
D) I seek understanding and reconciliation calmly.
E) I respond compassionately, maintaining peace and integrity.
Facing Delays and Setbacks (response when dreams don't unfold as expected)
When facing delays or setbacks:
A) I quickly become discouraged and want to give up.
B) I complain or blame circumstances or others.
C) I endure patiently but struggle internally.
D) I remain hopeful, believing delays have purpose.
E) I confidently trust God's timing, growing during delays.
Character Growth (self-awareness of personal maturity)
Regarding personal growth over time:
A) I rarely consider my need for growth or maturity.
B) I occasionally recognize growth opportunities but seldom act.
C) I acknowledge my need for growth and sometimes pursue it.
D) I consistently pursue personal and spiritual growth.
E) I actively embrace growth opportunities, seeking refinement intentionally.
Handling Conflict (approach to conflict and tension)
When experiencing conflict with others:
A) I typically escalate or avoid conflicts entirely.
B) I engage but tend to focus on being right.
C) I manage conflicts adequately but often remain unsatisfied.
D) I approach conflicts seeking mutual understanding.
E) I proactively seek peace and reconciliation.
Self-Identity and Acceptance (understanding of personal identity and value)
Regarding my self-identity and worth:
A) I feel inadequate or defined by others' expectations.
B) I often struggle with insecurity or self-worth.
C) I have moments of clarity but also doubt my worth.
D) I generally recognize my worth as God-given.
E) I confidently and consistently embrace my identity in Christ.
Dealing with Failures (response to personal failure)
When my plans fail:
A) I quickly lose motivation or quit.
B) I feel embarrassed or ashamed and withdraw.
C) I struggle but eventually find motivation again.
D) I learn from failure and continue to pursue goals.
E) I view failures positively, using them as growth opportunities.
Grading Sheet: Tally your answers (A-E).
A: ______ B: ______ C: ______ D: ______ E: ______
Dream Ready Profiles & Improvement Strategies:
Early Joseph (Mostly A’s):
• Characteristics: Often impulsive, struggles significantly with patience, humility, and resilience. Frequently faces challenges due to a lack of foresight and a tendency to react defensively under pressure.
• Improvement Strategies:
◦ Scripture Focus: James 1:19, Proverbs 29:20
◦ Practical Steps: Regularly practice pausing before responding, seek wise counsel before sharing dreams, actively cultivate patience and humility.
Transitional Joseph (Mostly B’s):
• Characteristics: Assertive yet sensitive individuals who are aware of their need for growth but struggle with consistency. Often react strongly to criticism and have difficulty handling setbacks gracefully.
• Improvement Strategies:
◦ Scripture Focus: Galatians 6:9, Proverbs 19:20
◦ Practical Steps: Strengthen resilience, embrace constructive feedback, develop consistent spiritual disciplines, and seek mentorship actively.
Developing Joseph (Mostly C’s):
• Characteristics: Generally self-aware and respectful but internally conflicted during setbacks. Demonstrate patience externally while struggling emotionally to maintain steady motivation.
• Improvement Strategies:
◦ Scripture Focus: Romans 5:3-5, Hebrews 12:1-2
◦ Practical Steps: Foster emotional and spiritual maturity, seek accountability relationships, consistently practice reflective habits, and openly address internal conflicts.
Mature Joseph (Mostly D’s-E’s):
• Characteristics: Spiritually mature, patient, humble, and resilient. Display consistent emotional stability, effective conflict resolution, deep self-awareness, and are confident in their identity and purpose.
• Improvement Strategies:
◦ Scripture Focus: Colossians 3:12-14, Jeremiah 29:11
◦ Practical Steps: Mentor and support others in their journeys, continue refining spiritual disciplines, guard against complacency, actively engage in meaningful community impact.
Mixed Profiles:
• AB or BA (Early-Transitional): Significant struggles balancing impulsiveness with assertiveness; prioritize humility, patience, and consistent feedback (James 4:6).
• BC or CB (Transitional-Developing): Show growth but inconsistent; deepen emotional maturity and spiritual consistency (Philippians 1:6).
• CD or DC (Developing-Mature): Strong foundation but occasional struggles; enhance consistency in spiritual disciplines and relational depth (Hebrews 10:24-25).
• DE or ED (Mature-Strong): Mature and impactful with minor inconsistencies; maintain intentional spiritual growth and community mentorship (Titus 2:7-8).
• AD or BD/DA or DB: Considerable fluctuations; emphasize steady emotional maturity, patience, and targeted growth strategies (Ephesians 4:14-15).
• AE or BE/EA or EB: Spiritually insightful but relationally inconsistent; cultivate humility, patience, and active listening (James 1:4).
Reflection:
Strongest attributes identified:
Areas needing growth:
Set 3-4 actionable improvement goals:
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